Explained Hair Loss

Hair loss or baldness is a condition in which hair does not grow on the scalp after hair fall. The most common form of baldness is the development of a hair thinning condition called androgenic alopecia or male baldness which occurs in adult males.

• Androgenic alopecia: Loss of hair in men is called as androgenic alopecia.
• Alopecia areata: Here hair loss occurs in some portions of the head.
• Alopecia totalis: In this the hair loss occurs over the entire scalp to an extreme limit.
• Alopecia universalis: This involves the loss of all hair from the entire body.

Surgical Procedures

Hair transplants and scalp reduction surgery are available to treat androgenetic alopecia when more conservative measures have failed. During transplantation a dermatologist or cosmetic surgeon takes tiny plugs of skin, each containing one to several hairs, from the back or side of your scalp. The plugs are then implanted into the bald sections. Several transplant sessions may be needed as hereditary hair loss progresses with time.

Scalp reduction, as the name implies, means decreasing the area of bald skin on your head. Your scalp and the top part of your head may seem to have a snug fit. But the skin can become flexible and stretched enough for some of it to be surgically removed. After hairless scalp is removed, the space is closed with hair-covered scalp. Doctors can also fold hair-bearing skin over an area of bald skin in a scalp reduction technique called a flap. Scalp reduction can be combined with hair transplantation to fashion a natural-looking hairline in those with more extensive hair loss.

Surgical procedures to treat baldness are expensive and can be painful. Possible risks include infection and scarring. If you're interested in these procedures, consider only board-certified dermatologists, plastic surgeons or cosmetic surgeons, and check local and state medical boards for a record of patient complaints before choosing a doctor. Consult with this doctor to confirm the cause of your hair loss and review all treatment options, including nonsurgical ones, before proceeding with plans for surgery.

Wigs and hairpieces

If you would like an alternative to medical treatment for your baldness or if you don't respond to treatment, you may want to consider wearing a wig or hairpiece. They can be used to cover either permanent or temporary hair loss. Quality, natural-looking wigs and hairpieces are available.

Coping skills

Chances are that the greatest challenge of losing your hair is coping with the change in your appearance. You may be frustrated or upset by other people's reactions or after trying various treatments with little success. If you're having difficulty coping with baldness caused by heredity, a medical condition or medical treatments, you may find some of the following suggestions helpful:

• Learn about the cause of your baldness and treatment options. Be wary of alternative treatments that have no proven track record or may cause dangerous or unpleasant side effects.
• Educate those near to you. Your family and friends can be more sympathetic if they understand the cause of your baldness or your concerns about your looks. You may also learn that they are less concerned about changes in your appearance than you are.
• Consider joining a support group. While support groups aren't for everyone, they can be sources of information and comfort. Talking with people who experience the same challenges or medical conditions and learning how they cope can be reassuring.

Patterns of Hair Loss

The reasons for hair loss have been many although there has been extensive research on the subject, it's difficult to point out ‘a’ particular reason why most men and women suffer from hair loss!

While the male receding hairline has been largely popular, there are few who can recognize female baldness too. There has been a definite rise, in number of women suffering from hair loss of this type; almost 95 per cent of the total number of cases registered. This kind of hair loss may either amount to a deficiency of some sort or may also be genetic. Though because of the difference in life styles, baldness in women is not always observed; this may be either due to their hairstyles or the variety of diets that keep changing either due to pregnancy or due to weight reduction.

Although they don't have a definite receding hairline, it’s surely one that has to do with the thinning of hair. Generally it has been observed that this happens in the crown area of the head, a little beyond the forehead and towards the back of the skull.

Although it’s not known what is pivotal in hair loss for women, its understood generally, that the growth hormone present in both men and women alike, the research for the existence of such a hormone is still on. There have been various companies that promote the sale of HGH or human growth hormone, but as mentioned earlier, its still in its initial stages of research.

Types of Hair loss

Hair loss patterns in women are quite different from the typical receding hairline loss in men. It’s often that the crown area is noticed whereas the top and sides of the head get effected most often. With the onset of Menopause and after pregnancies, you'll find women complaining that they are at the fear of growing bald. Although the pregnancy hair loss may be frightening, its assumed to be normal as for those months the hormonal imbalances make you feel as if this would possibly the end of your feminine beauty.

There are many therapies and many doctrines that help you get your hair back in place. These may range from hair replacement therapies or hair weaving methods. Although there is a very small section of women who actually go in for these treatments, its also known that most of the hair dyeing techniques and colors can make the hair weak and might prompt women to indulge in these.

There might be re-growth for a small number of women, but one can really never say why this occurs as in some cases, they might grow either in clusters or not grow at all!

Hair loss Myths

There are several myths and solutions to the types of hair loss that you might be suffering from. At most times, women don't understand the reasons behind this type of hair loss. It may be as simple as using the wrong shampoo or even going in for several high cost parlor treatments that involve a lot of chemicals that weaken the hair and thereby promote hair loss.

• Although there are several reasons for hair loss, it’s also known (although in rare cases) that these occur because of the appropriate chromosomes.
• Dryness or severe dandruff.
• Using strong shampoos, under the garb of a squeaky clean scalp.
• Using strong shampoos, under the garb of a squeaky clean scalp.
• Backcombing or styles that allow the hair to look great but difficult to undo your hairstyle.
• Applying too much henna. Generally henna is great for coloring purposes, but few of the women realize that henna tends to dry your scalp. Application of henna without mixing a few oils and nutrients can weaken your hair from the roots. Dry gets brittle and you land up wondering why is it that you don't get your desired hair texture.
• Some people even go to the extent of having seasonal styles that involve a lot of coloring and dye of hair. Generally models face this problem a lot. Most of their time, they tend to be under the arc lights and constant spraying of hair stylers and hair sprays literally ruins their hair. Because of their anorexic figure, they do not have the time to even eat right, resulting to fatigue, hair loss, a richer bank account but poor health.
• If you though tying your hair tightly in the night before you go to sleep can help your hair grow well, then I must say that you thought wrong. A loose plait if you have long hair or just leaving your hair in the most comfortable hairstyle before you retire in the night can help the hair roots breathe.
• Brush your hair lightly to facilitate blood circulation, but don't over do it. Brushing of hair is only for giving you a good night's sleep and nothing else. If you thought fighting with your tresses in order to remove knots was the easiest to give you tangle free hair, then you thought wrong. There are many people I know who only comb their hair in the night. As far as possible avoid this. Comb your hair as gently as possible, try removing tangles with your fingers instead of vigorous brushing; after all it’s your crowning glory!
  

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